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How to Talk to [Mamí & Papí] about Anything
How to Talk to [Mamí & Papí] about Anything
LWC Studios

"My two sons' godmother, who is a first-generation Dominican in New York City, was having a really, really hard time getting through... more

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Episodes

Introducing 100 Latina Birthdays from LWC Studios

We have a special treat this week. We've launched a new investigative narrative audio series documenting the health and well... more

06 Nov 2023 · 18 minutes
Seeking Support for Her Egg-Freezing Journey

Carmen has decided to go through fertility preservation treatment, but feels disconcerted when loved ones aren’t as supportive as she... more

23 Oct 2023 · 20 minutes
Telling Her Family She’s Dating Outside Her Race and Religion

Judith’s Iranian Jewish parents expected her to date, and ultimately marry, someone of her cultural background. But her new relationship... more

09 Oct 2023 · 20 minutes
Introducing: 100 Latina Birthdays

The health and wellness of Latinas is crucial to the health and wellbeing of the U.S. economy. In 100 Latina... more

06 Oct 2023 · 35 minutes
Dismayed at Explaining Her ADHD to Her Parents

After feeling inadequate all through childhood, 22-year old Ashley was recently diagnosed with ADHD. She's frustrated that her Mexican parents... more

25 Sep 2023 · 20 minutes
After Childhood Trauma, He’s Reluctant to Ask for Help

Brad does not feel comfortable speaking with his Costa Rican mom about the childhood sexual abuse he experienced. But a... more

11 Sep 2023 · 19 minutes
Mom Decided to Go to Therapy

Elizabeth is surprised and relieved to learn her Filipino mom is finally ready to see a therapist, but she's unsure... more

28 Aug 2023 · 19 minutes
Our Sister Show Has a New Season!

To celebrate How to Talk to [High Achievers] about Anything Juleyka welcomes back its host, licensed psychotherapist Stevon Lewis, for... more

14 Aug 2023 · 20 minutes
Yearning to be Known by Parents, but They’re Not Curious

​​After an emotional coming out to his Mexican parents, Fermanparis wishes they showed more interest in his love life and... more

31 Jul 2023 · 20 minutes
Introducing Still Paying the Price: Reparations in Real Terms

The newest narrative podcast from LWC Studios is out now! “Still Paying the Price: Reparations in Real Terms” is a... more

26 Jul 2023 · 3 minutes
Speaking About Breast Health, As A Family

When Estela gets diagnosed with bilateral breast cancer she opens up about her health and body to her adult children... more

17 Jul 2023 · 19 minutes
Talking about Being Queer Makes Mamí Uncomfortable

Emilio’s Dominican mother was supportive and encouraging when he came out to her, but when he decides to speak openly... more

03 Jul 2023 · 19 minutes
Redefining Manhood with Papí

Musician and rapper Figgy Baby, who identifies as non-binary, tries to bond with their traditional Mexican father by opening up... more

19 Jun 2023 · 19 minutes
Feeling Pressured by Her Parents to Choose a Career Path

Ami has dabbled around in different jobs and careers while trying to figure out her true calling. But her high-achieving... more

05 Jun 2023 · 20 minutes
Lost and Isolated Moving Up the Career Ladder

To close out National Mental Health Awareness Month, we speak with Gina, an engineer who, after landing a dream job,... more

22 May 2023 · 19 minutes
Shedding Inherited Stigmas about Mental Illness

May is National Mental Health Awareness Month, so we’re featuring stories that help us broach difficult issues with our loved... more

08 May 2023 · 18 minutes
Needing a Self-Care Trip, but Parents Want Her Home

In advance of National Mental Health Awareness Month in May, we’re featuring stories that help us talk about mental health... more

24 Apr 2023 · 19 minutes
She's Ready to Break the Language Barrier Between Her and Mom

Facing a language barrier, Mary is trying to deepen her relationship with her Cantonese-speaking mom. And Sarah J. Shin, a... more

10 Apr 2023 · 19 minutes
She's Trying to Help Her Parents Get Their Money Right Before They Retire

While helping her Mexican parents plan for retirement, Lyanne has to be strategic to get them to open up about... more

27 Mar 2023 · 19 minutes
She's Upset Her Parents Celebrate Her Light Skin Tone

Saadia wants to put a stop to the toxic colorism within her Pakistani family, for the sake of her daughters.... more

13 Mar 2023 · 19 minutes
Her Intercultural Dating Makes Papí Nervous

Yvette dates men from different backgrounds, but her Dominican dad worries that cultural and racial tensions may lead to heartbreak.... more

27 Feb 2023 · 19 minutes
Mom Tells Her to Pray Her Depression Away

Cassandra’s Haitian mom urges her to turn to God to help her feel better, but she prefers therapy. And Cidna... more

13 Feb 2023 · 20 minutes
Mom Is Pressuring Her to Buy a House

Hoang’s Vietnamese mother wants her to buy a house, but she’s unsure if that makes sense for her and her... more

30 Jan 2023 · 19 minutes
Passing Down Her Food Heritage in a New Country

On the last episode of our special food-and-family series Juleyka reflects on her experience around parenting and food with Claudia... more

16 Jan 2023 · 20 minutes
Replicating Family Recipes That Were Never Written Down

On this episode of our food-and-family series our colleague Kori opens up about her challenges in documenting beloved family recipes... more

02 Jan 2023 · 20 minutes
Stepping Up from Guest to Host at Family Gatherings

As part of our special series on food and families, LWC Studios' managing producer Paulina shared her concerns that hosting... more

26 Dec 2022 · 20 minutes
Feeling Pressured to Eat What Loved Ones Cook

On this episode of our food-and-family series our friend Manuela tells us all about how in her Colombian family food... more

19 Dec 2022 · 19 minutes
Cooking for a Loved One with Special Dietary Needs

We continue our series about food and family featuring our colleagues. When LWC Studios' senior editor Jordan learned that her... more

12 Dec 2022 · 19 minutes
When Family Holiday Cooking Turns Into a Showdown

As part of a special holiday series we're bringing you stories from our team as they tackle difficult conversations around... more

05 Dec 2022 · 17 minutes
Questioning Papí’s Food Choices

This is the first episode of a special holiday series exploring tensions that arise when food and families mix, featuring... more

28 Nov 2022 · 20 minutes
REPLAY: When Familism Hurts

Ody's grandmother lived with her family when she was growing up. The expectation of always putting family first created a... more

21 Nov 2022 · 18 minutes
REPLAY: They Want More Family Time but You Don't

Diane's Korean mother and grandmother live in New Jersey, and would like her to visit more often. But Diane has... more

14 Nov 2022 · 19 minutes
Now Realizing She Was Abused As a Child

Moving to the U.S. was hard for Michelle’s family, and it impacted how she was disciplined growing up. As a... more

07 Nov 2022 · 20 minutes
She Married a Man Against Mamí's Wishes

Yaffa's Dominican mom wanted her to marry a White American. So when she fell in love with a Dominican man, she... more

31 Oct 2022 · 20 minutes
Writing a Memoir When Mamí Has a Different Version of the Story

Juanita decided to write her life story and got pushback from her Mexican mom, who remembers their family life very... more

24 Oct 2022 · 20 minutes
She Walked Away from Her Dream Job, Now Needs to Explain Why

After years of working toward a career as a tenure track professor, Sylvia left this path in academia under duress.... more

17 Oct 2022 · 20 minutes
Finding His Mom's Lost Father

Tony’s Vietnamese mom didn't talk much about her father, a Black American soldier who fought in the Vietnam War but... more

10 Oct 2022 · 20 minutes
Should She Confront a Family Secret?

Brenda thinks it’s time for her Mexican family to speak openly about her father’s infidelity and newly-discovered half-sister, but she's... more

03 Oct 2022 · 19 minutes
Papí is Dying, And She Fears Saying the Wrong Thing

Though she was a primary caretaker, Sandra had a hard time knowing what to say to her dad at the... more

26 Sep 2022 · 20 minutes
Giving Advice to Parents

Elbert is struggling to accept how his Dominican parents' married relationship works. And Luis Resendez, a marriage and family therapist who... more

19 Sep 2022 · 19 minutes
When Relatives Always Comment on Your Body

Delainy is finally putting a stop to her family's frequent criticism of her weight and looks. And Lisa Jimenez, a... more

12 Sep 2022 · 20 minutes
Telling Mamí about My IUD

Michelle’s Mexican family never talked about sex. When she began thinking about birth control before heading to college she was... more

05 Sep 2022 · 18 minutes
Unlearning Mamí’s Lessons for Professional Success

Pabel’s Afro-Latino mother's advice for fitting in and being a professional feels outdated and unhelpful as he navigates racism in... more

29 Aug 2022 · 20 minutes
Maintaining a Relationship with Mom, for the Sake of the Grandkids

Charu works hard to get along with her Indian mom so her children can have a relationship with their grandmother,... more

22 Aug 2022 · 20 minutes
OG Check-in: She Still Needs Papí, But Has to Guide Him to Help

Last year, Kristie spoke with us about the gendered expectations her dad had of her, despite her professional success. Here,... more

15 Aug 2022 · 14 minutes
OG Check-in: Getting Mom to Understand Her Modern Dating Needs

Last year, Chai told us about her mom’s efforts to find her a husband through Indian matrimonial websites. In this... more

08 Aug 2022 · 14 minutes
OG Check-in: Breaking the Family's Silence Around Suicide

Last year Sasha talked to us about her younger sister’s suicide, and the impact her family’s unwillingness to talk about... more

01 Aug 2022 · 15 minutes
OG Check-in: Still Not Ready to Speak with Parents about Being Nonbinary

Last year, Veda explained why they chose not to discuss their queer identity with their Indian parents. Veda returns to... more

25 Jul 2022 · 16 minutes
OG Check-in: Taking a Break from Grad School and Reconnecting with Herself

When we spoke last year, Vanessa had just informed her parents she was taking a leave of absence from her... more

18 Jul 2022 · 16 minutes
Confessions of a Recovering People-Pleaser

Mariela used to be the family peacekeeper, but as she learns to acknowledge negative emotions and embrace healthy conflict, she's... more

11 Jul 2022 · 20 minutes
How to Talk to [Mamí & Papí] about Anything
Confessions of a Recovering People-Pleaser
How to Talk to [Mamí & Papí] about Anything
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Mariela used to be the family peacekeeper, but as she learns to acknowledge negative emotions and embrace healthy conflict, she's facing resistance... more